Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson provided a humorous moment at the Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary event by jokingly "storming out" of the venue. The star-studded celebration took place at Radio City Music Hall in New York and was hosted by Jimmy Fallon.
During the event, Fallon informed the audience that no awards would be presented, stating, “Apparently, there’s been some confusion. This is just a concert. We’re not giving out any awards tonight.” In response, Hanks and Wilson humorously left their seats, heading toward the back of the auditorium while Wilson playfully wagged her finger at the camera. Fallon played along, joking, “We lost Tom Hanks and Rita. Sorry. It wasn’t their fault.” The comedic bit quickly gained traction online, with clips circulating on social media.
Hanks, a longtime SNL favorite, has hosted the show 10 times—securing his spot in the exclusive Five-Timers Club, which includes comedy icons like Bill Murray, Drew Barrymore, and Melissa McCarthy.
The SNL 50th Anniversary special brought together an all-star lineup, with SNL legends Amy Poehler, Eddie Murphy, Kristen Wiig, Adam Sandler, Will Ferrell, and Maya Rudolph taking the stage. Additionally, past guest hosts like Miley Cyrus, Paul McCartney, Kim Kardashian, and Pedro Pascal made appearances, adding to the night’s nostalgia.
As part of the milestone celebration, Peacock is streaming a four-part documentary series, SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night, which explores the show’s history and cultural impact.
From its early days to this milestone celebration, SNL continues to shape comedy and pop culture, proving why it remains a Saturday night staple.
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